AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk
Managing Subscriptions to Simplify Your Digital Life | AwesomeCast 698
14 Aug 2024
This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecastIn this episode of AwesomeCast, Michael Sorg and Dave Podnar delve into the latest in tech news, app reviews, and a nostalgic look at some iconic entertainment franchises. Whether you’re into fitness tech, classic animated series, or the challenges of modern subscription services, this episode has something for every tech enthusiast. Cronometer App Review: • Dave introduces Cronometer, a comprehensive food tracking app that offers detailed nutritional information without the friction of expensive subscriptions. The app is praised for its ease of use, integration with Apple Health, and free barcode scanning feature. Learn how this app compares to popular alternatives like MyFitnessPal. • Link: https://cronometer.com Nostalgia for Ninja Turtles & Batman: • Sorg dives into a binge-worthy weekend filled with the new Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series and Batman: Caped Crusader on Amazon Prime. Discover how these reimagined classics bring fresh takes on beloved characters while staying true to their roots. Subscription App Cleanse Tips: • Sorg shares his strategy for managing the overwhelming number of subscriptions and notifications. From cutting down on unused apps to setting up prepaid cards for subscription payments, get practical advice on reducing digital clutter and saving money. Apple vs. Patreon: • The hosts discuss the recent changes in Apple’s policies affecting Patreon subscriptions. If you’re a creator or subscriber, find out how the new 30% cut might impact your experience and what options you have to navigate these changes. • Link: https://news.patreon.com/articles/understanding-apple-requirements-for-patreon San Francisco’s Robo-Taxi Nightmares: • Explore the peculiar story of a Waymo lot in San Francisco where self-driving cars engage in a nightly honk fest, causing headaches for local residents. Is this the future of urban tech, or just a glitch in the matrix? • Link: https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/11/24218134/waymo-parking-lot-livestream-honking-4am-san-francisco Stay tuned for more exciting episodes and don’t forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell for the latest updates! Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion! You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast! Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds! Visit him at www.kidmental.com Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!
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